Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 09-372 2148;
www.podericrisci.co.nz
;
205 Awaawaroa Rd; mains $24-33; noon-3pm Thu-Mon, extended hrs
in summer)
Poderi Crisci has quickly gained a sterling reputation for its food, particularly its
legendary four-hour long lunches on Sundays ($65 per person). Italian varietals and olives
have been planted alongside the existing vines. Definitely worth the drive into the restaur-
ant's isolated valley.
Te Whau
MAP
WINERY
$$$
(
09-372 7191;
www.tewhau.com
;
218 Te Whau Dr; mains $37-42;
11am-5pm Wed-Mon, 6.30pm-late Sat
Nov-Easter, reduced hrs in winter)
Perched on the end of Te Whau peninsula, this winery res-
taurant has exceptional views, food and service, and one of the finest wine lists you'll see
in the country. Try its own impressive Bordeaux blends, merlot, chardonnay and rosé for
$3 per taste (11am to 5pm).
Cable Bay
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WINERY
$$$
(
09-372 5889;
www.cablebayvineyards.co.nz
;
12 Nick Johnstone Dr; two/three courses $72/90;
noon-3pm &
6pm-late daily)
Impressive ubermodern architecture, sculpture and beautiful views set the
scene for this acclaimed restaurant. The food is sublime, but if the budget won't stretch to
a meal, stop in for a wine tasting (from $8), or snacks from the small-plates menu ($10 to
$15) on the terrace from 11am.
Mudbrick
MAP
WINERY
$$$
( 09-372 9050;
www.mudbrick.co.nz
;
126 Church Bay Rd; mains $42-49, tasting menu with/without wine $190/110;
11.30am-3.30pm & 6pm-10.30pm)
Auckland and the gulf are at their glistening best when
viewed from Mudbrick's picturesque verandah. The winery also offers tours and tastings
(from $10, 10am to 5pm).
Drinking & Nightlife
You'll find bars in Oneroa and pubs in Surfdale and Ostend.
Charlie Farley's
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BAR
